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Male birds with bright colors have to preen frequently in order to maintain their feathers and keep pests away so they can attract mates.
Male birds with bright colors have to preen frequently in order to maintain their feathers and keep pests away so they can attract mates.
Male sage grouse, normally camouflaged by their dull coloring, dance and call out in the open to attract nearby females.
Male sage grouse, normally camouflaged by their dull coloring, dance and call out in the open to attract nearby females.
Male golden eagles dive at nearly 200 miles per hour and catch sticks in midair as an elaborate courtship and territorial display.
Male golden eagles dive at nearly 200 miles per hour and catch sticks in midair as an elaborate courtship and territorial display.
Male mockingbirds can sing 200 different songs, mocking sounds around them in order to attract females and defend their territory.
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The courtship behavior that also improves their chances of survival is:
Male mockingbirds can sing 200 different songs, mocking sounds around them in order to attract females and defend their territory.
This behavior enhances their reproductive success through attracting mates while also playing a role in territory defense, which is crucial for survival.
